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21st-Century Toilets

A look at the latest toilets on the market and why they function much better than the low-flush toilets of just a few years ago. In addition to identifying well-performing basic toilets, the author looks at toilets for special needs, including combination bidet/toilets, toddler water closets, toilets for the severely overweight, and water-conserving dual-flush toilets. The article also includes information on water conservation.

Niagara Conservation has introduced a new toilet that's unlike anything on the market. It uses passive "vacuum-assist" technology to deliver a very quiet, effective flush that consumes just 0.8 gallons…